The following question references the novel The Three Musketeers by Alexandre Dumas, Trifle- a matter, affair, or circumstance of little importance or significance. D'Anzessan reported to Athos that he had
saved the Queen, been rewarded with a ring, and received favor from Madame Bonacieux. Athos replied "Trifles, nothing
but trifles". D'Artagnan attributed this attitude to the fact that Athos had never been in love. Knowing that Athos had
once been in love with and married to Milady, why do you think he reacted so nonchalantly to D'Artagnan?

In the context of the passage, what does the word torpid mean? b. predatory a. energetic c. dormant d. aquatic

Which character is mainly focused on in to kill a mockingbird?

Now long and short works of fiction have different characteristics beyond simply the length of the work. think of a short story that you like and a longer work (novel or novella) that you like. you can use the story and novella from this unit if no other works come to mind quickly. discuss the elements of each work that made it enjoyable to read. what relationship did the form of the work (short story, novella, or novel) have in making it an enjoyable read? what elements of fiction were strongest in the work, and how did they impact your enjoyment of the story? compare the two works you chose. how are they representative of short fiction versus longer forms of fiction?